MEET US AT EVENTS
NSC Workshop - SSbD scenarios for advanced and incremental innovations
The NSC Workshop on SSbD scenarios for advanced and incremental innovations will take place on 23 June 2025 (12:00–15:00 CEST, online) as a collaborative effort among several EU-funded projects: SUNRISE, AlChemiSSt, DESIDERATA and PLANETS.
The event focuses on refining the Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) approach by developing structured innovation scenarios tailored to different professional environments, sectors, and innovation levels. Participants will be able to discuss key aspects of SSbD based on real-world case studies.
Among the case studies presented, one will be provided by SUNRISE in collaboration with our partner Laurentia.
Topics:
The first workshop in June 2025 will examine key aspects that shape early innovation stage scenarios, using real-world cases contributed by innovators from the participating EU projects. Discussions will focus on defining relevant parameters, such as company type (start-up, SME, or industry), sector of application (B2B vs. B2C), level of innovation (incremental or advanced), R&D budget, and other early-stage knowledge that precedes experimental work.
A follow-up workshop in September/October 2025 will refine these insights to develop archetypical SSbD scenarios and their corresponding tailored approaches
Draft Agenda
(There will be one case study by SUNRISE from our partner Laurentia)
Secure your spot and join our leading experts from industry, academia, and policy-making to define tailored SSbD approaches that enhance competitiveness and sustainability!
The 1st SENTIATECH Congress
The 1st SENTIATECH Congress: Detection, Measurement and Control of Emerging Risks will be held in the city of Valencia, Spain from 21- 22 October 2025.
Organized by the SENTIATECH Technological Platform, the congress brings together a multidisciplinary Scientific Committee of leading experts. It focuses on advancing robust solutions for early detection and management of emerging chemicals, and contaminants while promoting the development of safe and sustainable design.
It is one of the most important European events in the field of the development of robust solutions for the early detection, measurement and control of emerging chemicals, pathogens and contaminants, as well as the development of new safe and sustainable chemical products.
The management of emerging risks has become an essential pillar to ensure safety in key sectors such as the agri-food industry, the chemical industry, health, the water cycle, occupational risks or environmental health, among others. Our congress aims to foster multidisciplinary collaboration and accelerate the development of innovative solutions to address current and future challenges in this constantly evolving field.
The SENTIATECH Congress offers a privileged space for the exchange of ideas, the creation of synergies and the strengthening of the scientific and technological community. Renowned experts in sensing technologies, advanced data analysis, nanomaterials and advanced materials manufacturing, food safety and prevention regulations will gather to present the latest advances, discuss challenges still to be overcome and define new implementation strategies.
The programme will feature plenary lectures by leading specialists, round table discussions, market insights and legislative developments in parallel sessions addressing different technological perspectives and approaches. In addition, there will be a poster exhibition to facilitate dialogue between researchers, as well as meeting spaces with sponsors, who will present their key capabilities and contributions to the industry.
We invite you to explore the sponsorship opportunities available and to be part of this event that aims to shape the future of emerging risk detection and control. Your participation is essential to foster knowledge transfer and promote innovations that contribute to a safer and more resilient world.
SENTIATECH Congress Topics: https://congress.sentiatech.com/topics/
Register now to secure your spot at the 1st SENTIATECH Congress and participate in shaping the future of safety and sustainability!
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SSbD25 Conference
SSbD25 aims to bring together experts from various relevant fields and sectors who have started to work on specific methods, tools and criteria to enable the actual use of SSbD. EMPA host the SSbD25 conference, which will take place in Zürich, Switzerland on November 10-12, 2025.
Aachen-Dresden-Denkendorf International Textile Conference
The Aachen-Dresden-Denkendorf International Textile Conference will take place on 27–28 November 2025 at Eurogress Aachen, Germany. As one of Europe’s leading textile industry events, it brings together experts from academia and industry to discuss the latest innovations in textile research and technology.
Organised by the textile hubs of Aachen, Dresden, and Denkendorf, the conference attracts over 600 participants annually.
This year, France will be featured as the partner country, fostering enhanced international collaboration and insight into the latest developments within the textile industry.
Check out the programme here.
Do you want to actively contribute to the programme?
✔️ Call for Abstracts for oral presentations open until May 5, 2025
✔️ Call for Abstracts for poster contributions open until July 31, 2025
Venice Training School 2025
Participate in the 13th Venice Training School
"Innovating with Purpose: A Hands-on Journey into Functional, Safe, and Sustainable Advanced Materials."
Held from June 9–13, 2025, at the Auditorium Santa Margherita, Università Ca’ Foscari, this event invites you to delve into the world of Safe-and-Sustainable-by-Design innovation.
Co-organized by multiple EU-funded projects, this event is essential for anyone committed to advancing sustainable materials and fostering innovative solutions.
The Venice Training School 2025 brings together experts, researchers, and industry professionals to explore cutting-edge methodologies for ensuring the safety, functionality, and sustainability of innovative materials.
This immersive, hands-on training is co-organised by 15 leading EU-funded projects and provides a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between theory and real-world applications. Participants will engage with a variety of state-of-the-art topics , equipping them with the skills needed to drive responsible innovation.
Registration
The School attendance is free of charge and is limited to 80 spots. The registration is open now!
Agenda
Click here to find out about the Full Program
Topics
SSbD policy context in the EU
Environmental, health and safety assessment (Steps 1-3 of EC-SSbD framework)
Integrated Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment (ILCSA) (Steps 4-5 of the EC-JRC SSbD framework)
Integrating functionality considerations into SSbD workflows
Complexity of advanced materials and their interactions
Enhancing the uptake of SSbD by industry, especially SMEs: user-friendly decision support tools
Who should attend?
PhD Students & Postdoctoral Researchers, Senior Researchers
Industry Professionals, Start-ups & Entrepreneurs
Regulators & Policy Makers
Civil Society Representatives & NGOs
Anyone passionate about safe & sustainable advanced materials
Benefits
Participants will gain in-depth interdisciplinary understanding of key topics pertaining to the safety and sustainability of advanced materials, and have various networking opportunities through dialogue with peers and key experts.
Full List of Collaborators (in alphabetical order)
SETAC Europe 35th Annual Meeting
The SETAC Europe 35th Annual Meeting will take place from 11–15 May 2025 in Vienna, Austria, at the Austria Center Vienna. This global event will gather professionals from academia, industry, and government to discuss the latest advances in environmental toxicology, chemistry, and sustainable development. The conference will focus on integrating innovations with safety and sustainability principles, promoting the Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) approach across various disciplines.
Participants will have the opportunity to engage in a wide array of sessions, including scientific presentations, plenaries, and panel discussions. These will cover pressing environmental challenges such as chemical safety, ecological risk assessment, and pollution mitigation. The program also includes training courses and seminars, providing educational opportunities for both established professionals and emerging scientists.
Attendees will have access to recorded presentations, poster sessions, and networking opportunities, ensuring a rich and interactive experience. Special sessions will also be held to facilitate deeper discussions on emerging environmental issues and foster collaboration across various sectors.
Abstract Submission: 20 November (17:00 CET)